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Travel could be hazardous due to snow squalls, warning issued

Conditions will improve Monday afternoon
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WEATHER ALERT
ENVIRONMENT CANADA
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Snow squall warning replaces snow squall watch for:

   Barrie - Orillia - Midland, Ont. (044100)

Current details:
Snow squalls expected this afternoon through Monday.

What:
Total local snowfall accumulations of 20 to 50 cm.
Poor to near zero visibility in snow and local blowing snow.

When:
This afternoon and continuing into Monday afternoon.

Additional information:
Lake effect snow squalls off Lake Huron and Georgian Bay are expected today. Conditions will improve Monday afternoon.

Snow squalls cause weather conditions to vary considerably; changes from clear skies to heavy snow within just a few kilometres are common. Travel is expected to be hazardous due to reduced visibility. Rapidly accumulating snow could make travel difficult over some locations.

If visibility is reduced while driving, slow down, watch for tail lights ahead and be prepared to stop. Consider postponing non-essential travel until conditions improve.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to [email protected] or tweet reports using #ONStorm.

More details on the alert are available here.

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